CYBR590 Computer Networking (3 cr.)

The course introduces the foundations of network infrastructures and network technology. It covers the OSI model in depth, including TCP/IP, and introduces basic switching and routing concepts.  Students investigate the standards, design, architecture, and operation of LAN, WAN, and telecommunications.

Upon completion of the course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Compare the layers of the OSI and TCP/IP models and describe how applications, devices, and protocols relate to the model layers.
2. Explain the purpose and properties of network addressing, routing, and switching.
3. Explain TCP/IP protocols, ports, sockets, and data encapsulation.
4. Describe the process of packet fragmentation and reassembly.
5. Demonstrate the ability to discuss the relationship between data and signals.
6. Discuss signal types, behavior, properties, and transmission.
7. Explain error analysis, detection, and correction in data communication.
8. Configure routers, switches, and firewalls.
9. Configure wireless networks and implement appropriate wireless security measures.